EFTON CHISM III #86 - WIDE RECEIVER - NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
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Contributes as returner Chism was on the field for two of a possible 64 snaps on offense in Sunday's 25-19 win over the Saints, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Sunday's contest represented the regular-season debut of Chism, who made his mark while logging 12 special teams snaps, per Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site. In the process, the rookie wideout returned five kicks for 129 yards, a role he has a chance to continue going forward, with Antonio Gibson, who had been a key returner, out for the season with a torn ACL.
OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Why haven't the Patriots played Efton Chism yet? Mike Vrabel explains. - The Boston Globe With the Patriots carrying six wide receivers and dressing five for the games, Chism is the odd man out.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Mike Vrabel Discussed Reasons Behind Efton Chism's Inactivity New England Patriots rookie receiver Efton Chism has not played in the first three weeks, and Mike Vrabel explained the reason why.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • NESN.COM
Patriots rookie ruled out for Week 3 as debut hopes fade away The much-anticipated NFL debut of Patriots rookie receiver Efton Chism continues to be put on hold ahead of Week 3.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • MUSKETFIRE.COM
Efton Chism's breakout year could start with guidance from veteran receiver Efton Chism is pretty fortunate in the context that he has plenty of veteran New England Patriots' receivers to look up to for guidance. The...
SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • MUSKETFIRE.COM
Patriots fans learn they will have to wait to see exciting rookie's debut The excitement surrounding WR Efton Chism III has been felt throughout New England all offseason.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • MUSKETFIRE.COM
Inactive for opener Chism is inactive for Sunday's season opener against the Raiders.
Impact Chism secured a roster spot with a strong preseason, but his NFL regular-season debut is on hold for now. In Week 1, Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins and Kyle Williams will handle the Patriots' WR duties.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive for opener Chism is inactive for Sunday's season opener against the Raiders.
Impact Chism secured a roster spot with a strong preseason, but his NFL regular-season debut is on hold for now. In Week 1, Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins and Kyle Williams will handle the Patriots' WR duties.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Logs full practice Chism (knee) practiced fully Wednesday.
Impact The Patriots list the injury that Chism had been dealing with as a knee issue, but either way, the UDFA out of Eastern Washington will be available for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Raiders. On the heels of an impressive preseason, Chism secured a spot on the 53-man roster, but at least initially look for the rookie slot man to work in a depth role in a wideout corps that also includes Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins and Kyle Williams.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Breaking Down the Slot Receiver Role With Patriots Past and Present With Josh McDaniels returning as offensive coordinator, DeMario Douglas and Efton Chism III are bringing the slot receiver back to New Engla...
SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • PATRIOTS.COM
Patriots mailbag: Will Efton Chism see playing time this season? Patriots UDFA WR Efton Chism made the 53-man roster. But will he see playing time early this season? We answer that and more in our weekly m...
SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
Efton Chism III's bold 2025 stat projection could thrill Patriots fans The 2025 New England Patriots 53-man roster has been set - for now. Additions and subtractions can still be made at any time and are to be e...
AUGUST 31, 2025 • MUSKETFIRE.COM
Watch: Efton Chism's emotional reaction to making the Patriots 53-man roster Efton Chism's reaction to making New England's roster appeared on the latest episode of "Forged in Foxborough." Read more on Boston.com.
AUGUST 31, 2025 • BOSTON.COM
Makes 53-man roster The Patriots informed Chism (foot/ankle) on Tuesday that he's made the initial 53-man roster, Mark Daniels of MassLive.com reports.
Impact Chism has successfully defied the odds after going undrafted out of Eastern Washington back in April, as he'll begin his NFL career on New England's active roster with a chance to contribute both as a depth wideout and on special teams. He missed the Patriots' preseason finale due to what appears to be a minor ankle or foot injury, which he sustained during the team's second preseason game against Minnesota. Chism will work to get fully healthy in time to face the Raiders in Week 1.
AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Drake Maye talks Efton Chism, prepping for Week 1 start in WEEI interview Speaking on WEEI Monday, Drake Maye discussed his prep work as the Patriots' Week 1 starter, as well as the play of Efton Chism III.
AUGUST 26, 2025 • BOSTON.COM
Doesn't practice Monday Chism (foot/ankle) did not participate in Monday's practice, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.
Impact Chism continues to work through foot and ankle injuries that he picked up during the Patriots' second preseason game against the Vikings. The undrafted rookie has impressed the Patriots' coaching staff during training camp and has a solid chance of making the 53-man roster for the start of the regular season. If he does make the cut, Chism's practice participation over the next two weeks will indicate his availability for the Patriots' Week 1 contest against the Raiders on Sunday, Sept. 7.
AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Patriots Legend Compared Efton Chism to Former Teammate The former New England Patriots wideout sees something special in Efton Chism.
AUGUST 24, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM
Patriots might have hit the jackpot with another UDFA rookie this season The Patriots UDFA-centric media has primarily been dominated by Efton Chism III this offseason, and Lan Larison to a lesser degree. Without...
AUGUST 23, 2025 • MUSKETFIRE.COM
Misses Thursday's game Chism (foot/ankle) didn't play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Giants.
Impact Chism missed practice time this week, but provided his injury issue doesn't linger, the rookie UDFA out of Eastern Washington appears to be in a solid spot in terms of making the Patriots' initial 53-man roster. Added context on that front will arrive no later than next week, when roster cuts/moves occur league-wide.
AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Patriots preseason finale inactives: Drake Maye, Efton Chism not playing vs. Giants A third of the Patriots’ roster isn’t dressed for the team’s preseason finale.
AUGUST 21, 2025 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
Not on track to play Thursday Chism (foot/ankle), who has missed the Patriots' last two practices, isn't likely to play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Giants, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact For now, the Patriots wideout corps remains crowded, but Chism's strong training camp/preseason has put him in decent position to secure a spot on the team's initial 53-man roster, provided his injury issue doesn't linger. In his two preseason appearances, Chism has caught 12 passes for 121 yards and two TDs.
AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Not on track to play Thursday Chism (foot/ankle) who has missed the Patriots' last two practices, isn't likely to play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Giants, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact For now, the Patriots wideout corps remains crowded, but Chism's strong training camp/preseason has put him in decent position to secure a spot on the team's initial 53-man roster, provided his injury issue doesn't linger. In his two preseason appearances, Chism has caught 12 passes for 121 yards and two TDs.
AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Injury likely minor Chism (undisclosed) was able to ride a stationary bike off to the side of Monday's training camp practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reiss notes that Chism was able to work "rigorously" on the stationary bike, indicating the injury that the rookie wideout picked up during Saturday's preseason game against the Vikings is a minor one. Chism's strong play during training camp practices and in preseason games has him on track to make New England's 53-man roster for the regular season. His practice participation over the next couple of days will play a factor in his ability to suit up for the Patriots' preseason finale against the Giants on Thursday.
AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Mike Vrabel shares key Patriots injury updates, including Efton Chism New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel shared some key injury updates, including an update on wide receiver Efton Chism III.
AUGUST 18, 2025 • USATODAY.COM
Not practicing Monday Chism (undisclosed) won't practice Monday, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.
Impact Per Kyed, Chism didn't get back into Saturday's preseason game against the Vikings after recording an impressive 12-yard TD, en route to logging a 6/71/1 receiving line (on six targets) over the course of his 25 snaps on offense. The UDFA's strong play this summer has seemingly put him in a good position to secure a spot on the Patriots' initial 53-man roster, provided his injury issue isn't something that lingers. Chism is in line to be evaluated before Tuesday's practice and Thursday's exhibition finale against the Giants.
AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
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